Reward/Need Satisfaction Theory (Formation)

1. 337 individuals assessed their current relationships in terms of reward level and satisfaction. Results showed that reward level was superior to all other factors in determining relationship satisfaction. Who found this? (4, 2, 2)
5. Relationships where the negative feelings outweigh the positive feelings were more likely to ----. (4)
6. Punishing stimuli create -------- feelings in us. (8)
7. Most of the studies carried out in this area are laboratory studies and therefore lack ---------- validity. (10)
10. Relationships where positive feelings outweigh the negative feelings were more likely to -------. (7)

2. The things we find rewarding tend to reflect our ----- needs. (5)
3. Who came up with Reward/Need Satisfaction Theory? (5, 3, 5)
4. This theory suggests that we enter relationships because the presence of some individuals is directly associated with ------------- which makes them more attractive to us. (13)
8. IDA - Lott suggests that in many cultures women are more focused on the needs of others rather than receiving reinforcement, which suggests this theory isn't a universal explanation and therefore is culturally ----. (4)
9. Who found that we gain satisfaction from giving as well as receiving? (4)

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